Autoflowering vs Photoperiod – Which one is for me?
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When choosing a cannabis strain, it helps to know exactly what you're looking for. There are plenty of variables, but one of the most important is whether your chosen strain is autoflowering or photoperiod. But what does this mean? And how do you decide which is right for you? Well, the differences are really quite simple. What is an Autoflower? Autoflowering strains have been bred in such a way that, after a plant has been growing for a certain amount of time, it will automatically begin to flower. This makes them perfect for beginner collectors, and why so many in the Seedsman community collect autoflowering cannabis seeds. Additionally, they're more compact and easier to care for, can better handle pests, and are ready to harvest sooner in legal markets. Autoflowering seeds are a Seedsman speciality; we were the first to sell autoflowering cannabis seeds to the public. Check out our conversation with The Joint Doctor, the first cultivator of autoflower genetics here. More Differences Between Autos and Photoperiod Strains The other main difference that needs to be taken into account when deciding which of these two varieties is right for you is the size of the plants, and the subsequent yields. Whilst it wouldn't be true to say that autoflowering strains are necessarily smaller than photoperiod, it's certainly the case more often than not, so if you're looking to grow large plants and harvest as much bud as possible, it's usually recommended that you go for the more traditional, photoperiod strains. Linked to this is the time it takes to get from seed to useable harvest. Because autoflowering strains begin to flower earlier than their photoperiod counterparts, it naturally takes less time to get to harvest, and you will have your hands on the final product more quickly. But, again, you…
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